Retail Supervisor

About the Position

With over 430 retail stores worldwide, the Store Leadership Teams are essential to our business. The Retail Supervisor is a member of the Store Leadership Team and is responsible for providing leadership and direction to diverse associate‑level team members in an assigned area of responsibility. The role fosters a positive environment and demonstrates Columbia Sportswear Company values.

• Oversee day‑to‑day work of associate‑level staff and provide direction, guidance, training, and coaching.
• Supervise an assigned department, ensuring profitability through receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing sales.
• Create and maintain a strong store culture through teamwork and coaching, setting a high professional standard.
• Collaborate with the store leadership team on policies, procedures, and standards for assigned areas.
• Maintain company standards and policies, ensuring employees adhere to procedures and quality standards and resolve any problems or errors.

• No specific education required. A high‑school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in a similar position or specialization.
• Proficiency operating a point‑of‑sales (POS) system, other in‑store computerized systems, and telephone.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to exchange ideas and information with the leadership team, associates, and consumers.

• Frequently in an active environment, moving or adjusting items weighing up to 40lbs.
• May use specialized equipment and experience exposure to dust and noise.
• Requires flexibly working a retail schedule that may change seasonally or in response to business trends.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Columbia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with a company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and a range of voluntary benefits. Additional programs include employee assistance, wellness initiatives, employee discounts, and a generous time‑off program.